Who is the founder of the Widow Remarriage Association (1861)?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Mahadev Govind Ranade.
In 1861, while still a teenager, Ranade co-founded the 'Widow Marriage Association', which advocated for the remarriage of Hindu widows and supported the colonial government's efforts to pass a law permitting such marriages. In the Panch-Houd Mission Case, he opted to undergo prayaschitta (religious penance) instead of standing firm on his opinions.